Military correspondence, 1851-1855.

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Military correspondence, 1851-1855.

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These letters document the military affairs of the Commonwealth and Governor Lazarus W. Powell's role as commander-in-chief of the Kentucky militia. Included is an inquiry from the federal government concerning ordnance requirements for the Kentucky militia; a synopsis of the course of study at the Kentucky Military Institute, and a report from the Superintendent of the Institute on the general condition of the school.

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Kentucky Department of Libraries and Archives, Kentucky State Archives

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Powell, L. W. (Lazarus Whitehead), 1812-1867

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Kentucky. Governor (1851-1855 : Powell)

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Kentucky Military Institute (1845-1971)

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Kentucky. Militia

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Historical note: In 1792 the Kentucky General Assembly established the Kentucky Militia. The act required that all white males between the ages of eighteen and forty-five be enrolled in the militia, form companies, and participate in several musters each year. These companies could be called to active duty by the governor in case of war, insurrection, or danger to public safety. In 1860 the militia was reorganized into the State Guard, the Enrolled Militia, and the Militia of the Reserve. ...